2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
4 eggs, separated
2 cups buttermilk
4 tbsp melted butter
Optional: Apple slices, jam, or any preferred filling

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

Mix the egg yolks, buttermilk, and melted butter in a separate bowl. Combine the yolk mixture with the dry ingredients until just mixed. Gently fold in the beaten egg whites – this will keep the batter light.

Preheat your æbleskiver pan (cast iron preferred) on medium heat. Brush each cup with a bit of butter or oil to prevent sticking.

Pour batter into each cup, filling them about 3/4 full. If you’re adding fillings like apple or jam, add it to the center now, and then top with a little more batter.

Let them cook until the edges begin to firm up and you can see they are getting golden on the bottom (about 3-4 minutes). Use your skewer to gently turn the æbleskiver. The goal is to rotate them so they form a ball. They may need to be turned a few times for an even shape and color. Continue cooking after turning until the æbleskivers are evenly browned and cooked through (another 3-4 minutes).

Serve while still hot, traditionally with powdered sugar and jam.

They can also be enjoyed with syrup, honey, or a dusting of cinnamon sugar.